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2024 Grand Highlander
It's something of a running joke here that us Limited drivers should have just purchased a Highlander. Obviously, there are a plethora of reasons why the two aren't directly comparable and specific "features" only available to the 4runner. However, i didn't post this to go down that rabbit hole, but rather in interest of keeping the hate alive . Check out the upcoming Grand Highlander.
Most notable to me is the 2.4L I4 Turbo Hybrid and it's 362 HP, 400 Ft-Lbs, 5000 Lbs Tow Rating in a vehicle that probably has a similar curb weight as the 4runner. I think this is the same engine architecture available on the Crown. This may just be what the 6th gen receives.
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03-01-2023, 09:57 PM
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My personal preference is a good value for my intended use. There’s a place for a T4R Limited and the Grand Highlander. Obviously the market is bearing it for now, justifying Toyota’s continued manufacture.
For my value / intended use, my ‘18 SR5 fits my preference. It’s worked perfectly for my real world use. Best of all, it’s paid for.
Back in the day I had a Tacoma TRD until I got my T4R. If I was two decades younger again I’d have a T4R TRD Premium, to me the best overall value of the 4Runner lineup. A substantial percentage of my driving is dirt and two track, snow and ice; my SR5 hasn’t left me wanting.
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03-01-2023, 10:22 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bmnorm2
It's something of a running joke here that us Limited drivers should have just purchased a Highlander. Obviously, there are a plethora of reasons why the two aren't directly comparable and specific "features" only available to the 4runner. However, i didn't post this to go down that rabbit hole, but rather in interest of keeping the hate alive . Check out the upcoming Grand Highlander.
Most notable to me is the 2.4L I4 Turbo Hybrid and it's 362 HP, 400 Ft-Lbs, 5000 Lbs Tow Rating in a vehicle that probably has a similar curb weight as the 4runner. I think this is the same engine architecture available on the Crown. This may just be what the 6th gen receives.
The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander | Toyota.com
First Look: 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Is More Than a Grander ’Lander
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Uhh-ohhh Bmnorm2,
"I think ya started something, I Love-it!!" 100 HP more than my L.E., 122 ft-lbs more torque...(?) "This is Me...> LOL!
~rig~ Best! ...I think(?)
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03-02-2023, 02:14 AM
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The GA-K platform version of the hybrid is a lot different from what would go in a GA-F model. The GA-F version is between the engine and trans and adds roughly 40hp/100tq. So at best I would guess the MAX hyrbrid T24A would be 315hp, 400ft/lbs. But remember that the extra power is for ~60 seconds. So maybe 1 second 0-60, but no real benefit on Mountain passes or towing. But 275/300 would probably still be a better than the current 1GR because it'll be a lot more power at 2k rpms.
Unfortunately it's 2cyl short of being market competitive.
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03-02-2023, 03:32 AM
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I have a friend in search of a new Limited Runner right now. He’s going to drive it like a car though so I suggested the Highlander or RX. They are the better vehicle for car use but he wants the extra IG likes so he’s going for the Runner Limited.
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03-02-2023, 10:00 AM
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starting price though is around $50K, that's USD. I'd rather buy a used 5.7 sequoia for half the price maybe even less than that. Idk, new vehicles are just getting too expensive for my taste
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03-02-2023, 10:22 AM
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The Grand Highlander certainly has my attention and may be something we look at in a few years. I'm 35 with two kids and a dog and space is important. We didn't jump on a normal Highlander because of the overall size and we ended on a VW Atlas. We got a great lease price on it too. It was the Atlas or a Traverse with that much room and I HATE Chevy Crossovers. My mother has one and it's awful. The Tahoe or Burban is out of our price range. The Atlas will be paid for in 2 years, so we'll have to see how it's still doing, but will still be under 70k miles by then. I'm not necessarily a VW fan, but I do like the car a lot. It's a great family whip. However, would much rather have a Toyota if it's comparable size now. $50-60k would be a tough pill to swallow though for an "upgrade".
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03-02-2023, 11:15 AM
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Let's end this right now! NO BACK WINDOW DOWN.
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03-02-2023, 11:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Whippersnapper02
I have a friend in search of a new Limited Runner right now. He’s going to drive it like a car though so I suggested the Highlander or RX. They are the better vehicle for car use but he wants the extra IG likes so he’s going for the Runner Limited.
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Oh yeah, the Limiteds are all about the Insta!
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Wouldn't the Grand Highlander fit better in a discussion as to whether a Sequoia buyer should spend significantly more money on fixed rear axle truck-based platform that has compromised interior space unless they need a tow vehicle? It's bigger than a 4Runner no?
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03-03-2023, 10:39 AM
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That the Highland is a unibody makes any comparison to the 4R absurd and uninformed.
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Well Runners in general are IG material now. You can't be seen in something like a Highlander because you will lose followers.
He rode in mine and thinks it's this massive vehicle perfect for 3 row duties. The headroom tricks people into thinking the Runner is larger than it really is.
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03-03-2023, 02:57 PM
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Wouldn't the Grand Highlander fit better in a discussion as to whether a Sequoia buyer should spend significantly more money on fixed rear axle truck-based platform that has compromised interior space unless they need a tow vehicle? It's bigger than a 4Runner no?
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~10” longer than the 4Runner and ~7” shorter than Sequoia.
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Originally Posted by Jetboy
The GA-K platform version of the hybrid is a lot different from what would go in a GA-F model. The GA-F version is between the engine and trans and adds roughly 40hp/100tq. So at best I would guess the MAX hyrbrid T24A would be 315hp, 400ft/lbs. But remember that the extra power is for ~60 seconds. So maybe 1 second 0-60, but no real benefit on Mountain passes or towing. But 275/300 would probably still be a better than the current 1GR because it'll be a lot more power at 2k rpms.
Unfortunately it's 2cyl short of being market competitive.
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Good point. The Grand Highlander and Crown are transverse engine setup (GA-K). I would expect longitudinal for 4Runner as seen in GA-F Tundra and Sequoia.
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03-03-2023, 10:27 PM
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The new Pilot Trail Sport looks a lot better IMO and doesn't have a turbo!
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